Youth Support Specialist (Perm)

Agency Children & Family Services, Office of Title Youth Support Specialist (Perm) Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade 14 Bargaining Unit ISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $54275 to $60371 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Contingent Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Variable Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 12 AM To 11:30 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Tompkins Street Address Finger Lakes Residential Center 250 Auburn Road City Lansing State NY Zip Code 14882 Minimum Qualifications Two years full-time experience* in the care and programming of youth* under 21 years of age; OR two years of full-time experience in the care, programming and/or secure custody of residential clients in a health care, mental hygiene or correctional institutional setting; OR an Associates degree AND six months experience as described above; OR a Bachelors degree; OR a satisfactory equivalent combination of the above education and experience requirements; OR a high school graduation or equivalency diploma AND one year of experienceAppropriate verifiable part-time experience will be accepted on a prorated basis.Direct care experience with youth involved in the juvenile justice system or in an institution, camp, school, community center, youth rehabilitation program, or residential center.Satisfactory completion of the probation period must include possession of a valid motor vehicle operators license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle legally in New York State. Duties Description Establish a relationship of confidence and trust, supervise and guide youth under their supervision. Create a safe, healthy and therapeutic living environment that supports the acquisition and utilization of pro-social skills for youth under their care. Develop youths positive attitudes towards personal hygiene, appearance, manners, work and study habits. Attend case conferences, community and staff meetings. Establish rapport and attempt to allay anxieties and tensions. Supervise and/or assist youth during various work assignments. Assist in establishing and maintaining relationships with youths families.Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.Please note: These positions exist in facilities operated by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. Anticipated vacancies are located throughout the state. The nature of this position requires shift, weekend, holidays, and overtime assignment, including mandatory overtime.Youth Support Specialists are required to attend training in approved Office of Children and Family Services restraint techniques two times a year (four hours each). Additional Comments Please specify in your cover letter and/or resume how you meet the minimum qualifications (as described above) when responding to this posting. For example, you should provide specific date ranges for qualifying experience, qualifying education or certifications, or the age range of individuals served. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications.Background Investigation Requirements:Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. 2) Investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointees employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 3) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees. Physical/Medical RequirementsYour physical and medical condition will be evaluated to ensure that you are able to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The physical/medical standards include a fitness test, a medical standards evaluation, and a substance abuse screening.Drug TestingPrior to appointment, you will be required to participate in a drug screening test and are responsible for the clinical laboratory fee. Failure to meet the standards may result in your disqualification.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. OCFS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. OCFS is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity. It is the policy of OCFS to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position for which they are applying or for which they are employed. OCFS does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under title I of the ADA. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services Telephone 518-473-7936 Fax 518-473-6122 Email Address [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] Address Street Bureau of Personnel - AAC 52 Washington Street, 231 North City Rensselaer State NY Zip Code 12144 Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.

Created: 2025-11-15